Fashion, food and cinema - as a journalist at HT City, these drive Aalokitaa Basu to bring you fresh and fun perspectives on all things unique and trending. Sometimes the tiniest details spin the most exciting stories and you can always count on her to deliver pieces striking a perfect balance between the insightful and the frothy. Happy reading!
Articles by Aalokitaa Basu
Millie Bobby Brown reflects on letting go of Stranger Things after a decade
The kids of Hawkins have lived a million lives IRL in the decade it has taken to mount Stranger Things to completion. Millie Bobby Brown reflects
Published on Mar 10, 2025 10:42 PM IST
Sick of boring breakfasts? This vermicelli idli will have you jumping out of bed
Boring breakfasts will be a thing of the past once you try your hands at these delicious vermicelli idlis
Updated on Mar 10, 2025 10:42 PM IST
Venus retrograde will give you the hottest glow up ever: PSA for the zodiacs!
What happens when the planet of love, romance and all things rosy retrogrades? You get a glow up, right in time for sunny Spring. Hunker up zodiacs!
Published on Mar 10, 2025 06:31 PM IST
Throwback: When Priyanka got rejected from Hollywood for being 'too ethnic'
Representation on screen may be reaching an all-time high now, but the shift hasn't been easy on the faces. This throwback video of Priyanka Chopra is proof
Published on Mar 10, 2025 03:00 PM IST
DYK: BLACKPINK Lisa sang a Rihanna classic for her K-pop audition!
Nobody ever said becoming a K-pop idol was easy, but BLACKPINK Lisa's journey to greatness involved inspiration from another global legend — Rihanna
Published on Mar 10, 2025 01:07 PM IST
BLACKPINK Jennie has a Gen Z-coded hamster and you HAVE to hear all about her!
As if K-pop stans needed any more reason to gush over their beloved BLACKPINK Jennie, they have a whole new reason for the cuteness aggression to hit the fan
Published on Mar 08, 2025 10:40 PM IST
'Geet-Aditya reunite': Shahid, Kareena's warm exchange leaves fans nostalgic
Jab We Met fans were in for a wholesome surprise today as Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor's warm exchange flooded the internet
Published on Mar 08, 2025 07:56 PM IST
No-bloat cocktails to help you coast through Holi madness with a flat belly
We love a good bout of endless parties and bottomless drinking. But with the permanent memories comes the persisting bloat. Give these no-bloat options a try
Published on Mar 08, 2025 04:44 PM IST
This dump truck chicken curry is the perfect meal-in for those lazy weekends
If you love a good sumptuous serving of homely flavour-packed chicken but also want to be in and out of the kitchen in 20 minutes, this recipe was made for you
Published on Mar 08, 2025 02:16 PM IST
The ultimate sisterhood-coded binge list for Women's Day!
Celebrate Women's Day by immersing yourself in tales of sisterhood — from Thelma & Louise to Promising Young Woman, your ultimate binge list
Published on Mar 08, 2025 12:48 PM IST
What do you mean Millie Bobby Brown isn't her real name?!
So Millie Bobby Brown isn't actually Millie Bobby Brown?
Published on Mar 07, 2025 10:39 PM IST
Tamannaah's cryptic take on love resurfaces amid breakup reports with Vijay
Amid break up rumours, Tamannaah Bhatia's very profound and selfless take on love has resurfaced from a previous interview
Published on Mar 07, 2025 06:30 PM IST
Start your Iftar with this delicious cup of caramelised cheeni chai
You probably have your chai recipe down pat and don't need direction on it. That being said, this little tweak is going to change your life!
Published on Mar 07, 2025 05:56 PM IST
Throwback: Robert Pattinson is adorably amused in Korean colour analysis sesh!
Robert Pattinson's wonder at every new thing the internet is nursing a fancy for will always elicit an echo of aws. His personal colour analysis is no different
Published on Mar 07, 2025 04:40 PM IST
Tiramisu named 'best dessert' in the world: Top Delhi-NCR spots to grab a slice!
Tiramisu named the 'best dessert in the world' by Pubity, beating black forest cake: Delhi-NCR top spots to grab a slice
Published on Mar 07, 2025 02:40 PM IST
Throwback: When IShowSpeed confronted a woman for flipping him off — fireworks!
Unlike much of the YouTube biggies, IShowSpeed isn't exactly known for controversy. But this unique exchange will always stoke a debate each time it resurfaces
Updated on Mar 06, 2025 10:39 PM IST
This tangy 'retinol salad' will treat your skin from within: AND it's tasty!
Tired of the slow progress on the skincare front despite the big box bills? Supplement your skin journey with this quick, lip smacking recipe
Published on Mar 06, 2025 06:10 PM IST
Kriti vs Sharvari: Who's going to bag Don 3 post Kiara's pregnancy exit?
Whose going to lead Don 3 from the front alongside Ranveer Singh now that Kiara Advani has bowed out? Fans debate their top picks
Published on Mar 06, 2025 05:41 PM IST
Sonakshi Sinha has been using tea bags on her eyes: Here's why you should too
It doesn't take much to see that Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal have a playful equation. Their latest banter but, may just end up tweaking your beauty routine
Published on Mar 06, 2025 01:41 PM IST
Happy Birthday Janhvi! Looks that prove she's the OG Gen Z siren
Janhvi Kapoor turns a year older! And what better way to celebrate her than take stock of her daring, experimental and very authentic sense of style
Published on Mar 06, 2025 12:49 PM IST
Throwback: When Colman Domingo realised he had met the love of his life
If there's even a little part of you that believes in love, you need to hear Colman Domingo narrate the story of how he met his husband of 2 decades Raul
Published on Mar 05, 2025 10:03 PM IST
Leighton on what makes her skin glow: Hint — it's not just being Mrs. Brody!
Being married to Adam Brody is half the battle won when it comes to that inner glow, but Leighton Meester opens up about the skin-deep bit of her routine
Published on Mar 05, 2025 05:05 PM IST
This decadent 'lazy girl' lamb curry will come together in less than 30 minutes!
Love a good, sumptuous low effort meal high on flavour? If you have some meat in your freezer and 30 minutes on hand, this recipe is for you
Published on Mar 05, 2025 12:50 PM IST
Soap nails are the latest Spring mani trend picking pace: Should you get them?
Trends, as their name suggests, have a super short seasonal shelf life. The latest manicure fad but, has the potential to stick around long-term
Published on Mar 05, 2025 11:38 AM IST
The internet is convinced Kourtney Kardashian is now a grandmother: Here's why
The drama really just never ends with the Kardashian clan! This time it's Kourtney Kardashian, her first-born Mason Disick and a potential grandchild?!
Published on Mar 04, 2025 10:20 PM IST
Boozy jello shots, milky punch: Say cheers to Mardi Gras'25 with these cocktails
Mardi Gras is reason enough to clink some glasses, even if it's just Tuesday! You won't be able to say no to these one-of-a-kind cocktail fixes
Published on Mar 04, 2025 06:15 PM IST
Confused about lunch? Let this onion chutney recipe change your life!
A quick and easy chutney recipe which doubles up as both a condiment and the main meal — this onion chutney recipe will become a lunch hour staple
Published on Mar 04, 2025 02:25 PM IST
Oscars 2025: Julia Fox to Doja Cat — is the naked dress here to stay?
The naked dress, literally or in essence, made for quite the red carpet highlight at the Oscars 2025. This isn't the first time it's having such a moment but
Published on Mar 04, 2025 01:27 PM IST
This super quick creamy dahi wale chole recipe will get you in the weekend mood!
Sometimes you just need a bowl of rich, creamy goodness which not only feeds your stomach but stirs your soul. This weekend's recipe pick will do just that
Published on Feb 28, 2025 05:23 PM IST
DYK: Lewis Hamilton, Anna Wintour are Met co-chairs AND budding Tennis friends
You can happily add the curt Anna Wintour and the ever-charming Lewis Hamilton in your list of the most unexpected celebrity friendships, because we sure have
Published on Feb 28, 2025 01:09 PM IST